1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | 135 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2979 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2659 mm |
